Definitions for: Passivity


[n] the trait of remaining inactive; a lack of initiative
[n] submission to others or to outside influences



Webster (1913) Definition: Pas*siv"i*ty, n. [Cf. F. passivit['e].]
1. Passiveness; -- opposed to activity. --Jer. Taylor.

2. (Physics) The tendency of a body to remain in a given
state, either of motion or rest, till disturbed by another
body; inertia. --Cheyne.

3. (Chem.) The quality or condition of any substance which
has no inclination to chemical activity; inactivity.

Synonyms: passiveness

See Also: apathy, inactiveness, inactivity, indifference, inertia, listlessness, spiritlessness, submissiveness, torpidity, torpidness, torpor

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